Estimator - Michels Utility Service, Inc.

Michels Corporation; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

FSA and HSA

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Michels Utility Services, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to evaluate bid specifications and drawings for underground utility projects across power, gas, and communications.

You will verify bid elements, coordinate with subcontractors, and work with Project Management to monitor bids and budgets. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering with 3–5 years of related experience, can travel up to 25%, and have strong Excel and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering with 3–5 years of related experience.
• Estimating experience or exposure to the utility industry.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to ensure complete bids.
• Follow up with subcontractors to obtain bids.
• Coordinate with Project Management teams to monitor bids and budgets.
• Produce highly accurate work with strong attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Skills

Estimating

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

3-5 years of related experience

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Location: East Coast Region | Full-time | 25% Travel Required

Installing underground infrastructure for power transmission and distribution, gas transmission and distribution, renewable energy, and communication networks is a critical step in strengthening grid resilience, ensuring reliable energy and communication services, and supporting the integration of renewable energy into existing systems.

Michels Utility Services, Inc. is one of the most trusted utility infrastructure contractors in the United States. We do it all, from installing underground electric transmission and distribution systems, gas transmission and distribution pipelines, and duct banks to directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic, and coaxial cable. Our expertise supports the safe, reliable delivery of energy and communications across the country.

Our work improves lives. Discover how a career at Michels Utility Services, Inc. can change yours.

Position Summary

As an Estimator, your key responsibilities will be to evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received, and work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business. Critical for success are the abilities to produce highly accurate work in a timely manner, maintain strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Communication skills, both oral and written, are a must. A strong understanding and being comfortable working with numbers has been a key success to this role.

Why Michels Utility Services, Inc.?

• We’ve been building natural gas systems for more than 60 years, so we know how to do it right.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• Family‑owned and operated organization with long‑term stability
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
• We perform high-impact, essential work that supports homes, businesses, and communities.
• A culture where everyone shares responsibility for safety, regardless of title
• We’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans
  (Benefits may vary based on position and location)

Why You?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people.
• You do your best work with the best crews
• You thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.
• You think “we’ve always done it this way” is not a good enough reason.
• You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
• You like making your own decisions—with the right support.
• You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of both
• Estimating experience or exposure to the utility industry
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
• Solid Microsoft Office experience, with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Ability to travel 25% of the time

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Utility Services, Inc— where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability